A systematic review evaluating the effectiveness of bibliotherapy for reducing psychological distress in cancer and a qualitative exploration of the experience of using a bibliotherapy intervention based on acceptance and commitment therapy for people with cancer

Keenan, Emma 2021. A systematic review evaluating the effectiveness of bibliotherapy for reducing psychological distress in cancer and a qualitative exploration of the experience of using a bibliotherapy intervention based on acceptance and commitment therapy for people with cancer. ClinPsy Thesis, Cardiff University. Item availability restricted.

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Abstract

Abstract Objective: This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of bibliotherapy for reducing psychological distress for people with cancer Methods: A systematic search of APA PsycINFO, PubMed, CINAHL, and Scopus identified eight papers meeting eligibility criteria, consisting of five RCTS and three feasibility studies. Results: It is promising that over half of the included studies reported significant findings in terms of effectiveness. However, it remains difficult to draw firm conclusions due to small sample size and variation across studies. Conclusion: Further research using consistent methodologies would be beneficial in furthering current understanding about the use of bibliotherapy for people with cancer

Item Type:	Thesis (DClinPsy)
Date Type:	Completion
Status:	Unpublished
Schools:	Psychology
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Funders:	N/A
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	30 September 2021
Last Modified:	10 Dec 2022 02:30
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/144530

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